El Ruedo
El Ruedo holds down a corner spot in Güemes with a laid-back atmosphere that makes it feel like a neighborhood regular's spot. The cocktail menu balances craft options with local wines, served in a space that's just decorated enough to have character without trying too hard. The crowd tends slightly older than the student bars nearby, pulling in young professionals and creative types who live in the neighborhood. On quieter weeknights, it's a genuine conversation bar. Weekends bring more volume but never lose the relaxed core. The outdoor seating catches the evening breeze and offers good people-watching along the Güemes strip.
What to Expect
A calm, comfortable corner bar where you can settle in for the evening without pressure. It's the kind of place where you plan to stay for one drink and end up ordering three. The crowd is friendly without being intrusive.
Relaxed and warm. A neighborhood bar that does it right.
Background jazz, bossa nova, and soft rock
Casual to smart casual. Relaxed but put-together.
Couples and small groups wanting a low-key drink in Güemes without the student-bar energy.
Cards and cash accepted
Price Range
Cocktails ARS 3,500-6,000, wine ARS 2,500-4,000
≈ €2–5 / $2–6
Hours
Tue-Sun from 7 PM to 1 AM, later on weekends
Insider Tip
Weeknight visits let you actually talk to the bartenders and enjoy the space. The wine selection is worth exploring; they stock smaller Argentine producers. Good spot for a low-key first drink.
Other Venues in Guemes
Antares
Craft beer bar from the popular Argentine chain, serving a rotating selection of house brews. The Güemes location draws a mixed crowd of students and young professionals.
Mandarina
Colorful cocktail bar with an artsy atmosphere that fits the Güemes neighborhood's bohemian character. Good for earlier in the night before clubs open.
Maria Maria
Lively bar along the main Güemes strip that fills up on weekends with a university-age crowd. Cheap beer and a casual, no-frills atmosphere.